Edible and native landscaper .
We have an extensive knowledge in the following fields and can assist design, create and maintain the following;
New or existing plots of annuals, perennials, fruit trees and native plantings
Propagation of vegetables, herbs, fruit trees and native trees and shrubs
Plant establishment, growth and harvesting
Succession planting, intercropping and crop rotation
Pruning, thinning and training
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13/06/2025
Thinning and w**ding carrots is one of those simple but essential jobs in an edible garden. Without it, roots stay small, twisted, or compete too much for water, light, and nutrients.
It’s about giving each plant enough space to do what it’s meant to do — grow strong, healthy, and full of flavour.
All those thinnings don’t go to waste — they’re great as a garnish, in stocks, or straight into a salad. Nothing wasted, everything valued.
15/05/2025
Fresh Herbs Available Now….Matakana and surrounds
Basil – $4.00 per bunch
Parsley – $4.00 per bunch
Rosemary – $3.00 per bunch
Grab a mix of all 3 for $10
Grown with care, no sprays, and harvested fresh today.
Message for orders and collection – limited bunches available
04/02/2025
27/01/2025
When is a w**d really a w**d?
The term “w**d” is often defined as a plant growing in an undesirable place—but does it have to be that simple? In my garden, many of my so-called “w**ds” are actually edible and play a vital role in creating a thriving polyculture, all ready for harvest.
Soil is never meant to be bare. It’s always trying to recover or re-cover itself and it does so by sending out plants to help cover and protect it. In annual beds, we might see w**ds as a nuisance, but instead of battling them, we can turn them into allies. By using compost as mulch or planting ground covers, we not only keep the soil protected but also enrich it with nutrients. This leads to healthier plants, and ultimately, healthier food.
This beds has a good layer of compost but crops from previous years are still germinating and growing add to harvest.
Shiso
Nz spinach
Purslane
Chickw**d
03/11/2024
Asian leaf varieties are super hardy and very fast growing. Making the perfect spring greens to stand up to the confusing temperatures of the central Otago climate.
Komatsuna
Mizuna Red Kingdom
Mizuna Japonica
12/10/2024
Such a satisfying part of the job. Raising healthy seedlings, giving plants the best start possible and speeding up the process of garden to plate.
Mizuna - Brassica rapa var. japonica
16/09/2024
It’s the time of year to get things in the ground. Have questions about timings or what to plant when? Come join horticulturalist Tim Baker for a morning learning how to propagate and sow seeds for the spring season ahead.
You will learn the tips and tricks of the trade including;
Seed sowing for transplants
Direct sowing
Potting mediums
Multi sowing, thinning and pricking out
Timings
Environment
Watering
Spacings
Potting and more...
Plus take home the seeds you learn to sow as well as some seedlings ready to transplant straight into your garden.
Be prepared to get your hands dirty!
$35 per ticket (includes morning tea).
https://events.humanitix.com/spring-seed-sowing-workshop
10/09/2024
Winter to Spring in Queenstown is a game of patience.
18/08/2024
Mountain life